The Federal Government Procurement Conference (GPC) is a national conference fostering business partnerships between the Federal Government, its prime contractors and small, minority, service-disabled veteran-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone and women-owned businesses. GPC is the largest and longest-running conference for small businesses looking to do business with the government and its prime contractors. This unique one-day event attracts: A w...

DEF CON is one of the world’s longest running and largest hacker conventions. Government security researchers, cyber staff, developers, IT employees, and law enforcement join black and white hat hackers at this conference to better understand the significant vulnerabilities facing public and private sector technology, systems, and products. DEF CON has been a part of the hacker community for over two decades. Pick up a bit of history and...

WID’s goal, since 1981, has been to provide professional development and networking opportunities to women working in support of U.S. national security. The 2024 Women In Defense (WID) National conference will bring together more than 500 women from across the nation to network and learn from government and industry experts. WID’s National Conference seeks to strengthen the defense industrial base by educating, empowering, and supp...

VIP START is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. The program is designed specifically for service-disabled and Veteran-owned small businesses interested in entering or scaling in the federal marketplace. With a curriculum created and taught by industry and subject matter experts, VIP START mitigates company risk and ensures that they are procurement ready upon graduation.

VIP GROW is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. The program is designed specifically for service-disabled and Veteran-owned small businesses interested in accelerating their success in government contracting. What sets VIP GROW apart is the hands-on, market-driven approach to training. The program dives into real-world strategies and best business practices that help you...

VIP START is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. The program is designed specifically for service-disabled and Veteran-owned small businesses interested in entering or scaling in the federal marketplace. With a curriculum created and taught by industry and subject matter experts, VIP START mitigates company risk and ensures that they are procurement ready upon graduation.

VIP INTERNATIONAL is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. This program is designed exclusively for Veteran-owned small businesses who desire to pursue federal and commercial contracts abroad. VIP INTERNATIONAL training will guide you in how to win in the OCONUS space and provide insights into execution and maintaining long-term success.

VIP START is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. The program is designed specifically for service-disabled and Veteran-owned small businesses interested in entering or scaling in the federal marketplace. With a curriculum created and taught by industry and subject matter experts, VIP START mitigates company risk and ensures that they are procurement ready upon graduation.

VIP AEROSPACE is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. The program is designed to fast-track Veteran-owned small businesses' success in the aerospace market. Through a hands-on, market-based approach to training, participants gain invaluable insights into the industry's intricate planning processes, essential certifications, contracting prerequisites, vendor portals, and t...

VIP START is a 3-day, 27-hour veteran entrepreneurship training program that is offered at NO COST to Veterans nationwide. The program is designed specifically for service-disabled and Veteran-owned small businesses interested in entering or scaling in the federal marketplace. With a curriculum created and taught by industry and subject matter experts, VIP START mitigates company risk and ensures that they are procurement ready upon graduation.